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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport from $165

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
1 Jul — 8 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 26 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$364

One-way from

$168

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$485

Good round-trip deal

$205 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/9-16/9
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 June 2025.

Tue 15/720:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Tue 22/723:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 24/6$359
Thu 10/708:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sat 26/711:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 24/6$433
Fri 5/908:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/918:55MEL - CHC
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6$471
Tue 26/818:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$477
Mon 15/920:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/915:00MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6$479
Wed 5/1111:25WLG - MEL
1 stop8h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/1109:05MEL - WLG
1 stop8h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/6$486
Tue 26/816:50ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Sun 31/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 25/6$492
Fri 1/807:40WLG - MEL
1 stop17h 05mJetstar
Tue 5/820:15MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mJetstar
Deal found 24/6$506
Fri 28/1106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 2/1209:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/6$518
Wed 5/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1112:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6$549
Fri 1/814:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 5/808:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/6$590
Mon 27/1012:15HLZ - MEL
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Tue 25/1120:35MEL - HLZ
1 stop13h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/6$590

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 26 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/7

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$359

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 10/7

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 26/7

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$433

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 5/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

18:55-07:25

1 stop10h 30m

$471

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 26/8

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$477

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/9

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 21/9

15:00-20:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$479

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Wed 5/11

11:25-17:45

1 stop8h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

09:05-19:10

1 stop8h 05m

$486

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 26/8

16:50-22:45

1 stop7h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$492

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Fri 1/8

07:40-22:45

1 stop17h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

20:15-13:55

1 stop15h 40m

$506

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 28/11

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

09:05-14:30

Nonstop3h 25m

$518

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Wed 5/11

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

12:00-17:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$549

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 June 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 22 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 26 June 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to MEL are scheduled on a Thursday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 26 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andFiji Airways from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,274 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,June 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,274 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,June 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,315 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,June 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
202 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,June 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,964 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,June 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,June 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $168. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    The most popular route from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport is Auckland Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Wellington - Melbourne or Christchurch - Melbourne.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from New Zealand, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LATAM Airlines (89%), Virgin Atlantic (88%), United Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $140. While the most popular route (Auckland Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $373 on average our data indicates $455 when flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from New Zealand to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 26 June 2025.
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$228Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$282Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China AirlinesCheapest$297Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$330Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$342Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$368Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$434Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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